The Lexus RX is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Toyota's luxury division, Lexus. It was first introduced in 1998 and has since become one of the best-selling luxury SUVs globally.
First Generation (RX 210, 1999-2003)
The original RX was based on the Toyota Highlander and featured a 3.0-liter V6 engine producing 190 horsepower. The vehicle was available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and offered a range of trim levels, including the base model, S-Type, and Limited.
Second Generation (RX 330, 2004-2009)
The second-generation RX was launched in 2003 and featured a new 3.3-liter V6 engine producing 225 horsepower. The vehicle's interior and exterior were significantly updated, with a more modern design and improved features such as a touchscreen infotainment system.
Third Generation (RX 350, 2010-2015)
The third-generation RX was introduced in 2009 and featured a new 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 272 horsepower. The vehicle's interior and exterior were again updated, with a more premium design and improved features such as a blind-spot monitoring system.
Fourth Generation (RX 350/450h, 2016-2020)
The fourth-generation RX was launched in 2015 and featured a new 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 295 horsepower in the gasoline-powered model, or a 3.5-liter V6 hybrid powertrain producing 308 horsepower in the hybrid variant. The vehicle's interior and exterior were updated with a more premium design and improved features such as a large touchscreen infotainment system.
Fifth Generation (RX 350/450h, 2022-present)
The latest generation of RX was introduced in 2021 and features a new 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 297 horsepower in the gasoline-powered model, or a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 hybrid powertrain producing 362 horsepower in the hybrid variant. The vehicle's interior and exterior have been updated with a more premium design and improved features such as a large touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features.
Key Features
- Available with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
- Luxury interior featuring premium materials, including wood trim and leather upholstery
- Range of engine options, including gasoline-powered V6 and hybrid powertrains
- Advanced safety features such as lane departure warning and blind-spot monitoring
- Large touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and smartphone integration
Trim Levels
- Base model ( RX 350)
- Luxury model (RX 350L)
- F Sport trim (RX 350 F Sport)
- Hybrid variant (RX 450h)
Dimensions
- Length: 192.1 inches
- Width: 74.6 inches
- Height: 66.3 inches
- Wheelbase: 109.8 inches
